Actually, it does exist. Historically, the Radiomir and Luminor nomenclature referred to the luminous materials of the watch, and not the case shape/type as we know them to represent today.
Here is a genuine 6152-1 with a Radiomir signed dial...
Hehe... My answer would be 'Too long!' Nevermind how much it's cost thus far...
For a 116520 (caliber 4130 w/ seconds @ 6:00), and with a little patience on the waiting list- Yes; the AD will do. But for a 16520 (caliber 4030 aka El Primero 400 w/ seconds @ 9:00), you'll have to find one on the second hand market, as this model was discontinued in '00. They're not too difficult to find, typically priced around $9k to $10.5k...
Snap-On has some bits that run a couple dollars per bit. Not sure if you have access to these- I can order some (I've been meaning to anyways), and I can ship you some, if you like?
Also... You may want to try using some cooling oil in the lug hole while you drill.
Modern Daytona with sec @ 9:00 would be a ref 16520. Unfortunately, there aren't any good production replications of this model out there. Best bet would be to build one...
Thanks, Slay.
River and I had discussed this in the past- Back when I was first getting started on this project. I am not sure that he can source the rotors anymore...
Man... That movement is just
I may be mistaken, but the recessed pin fix may be a simple matter of simply cutting down the minute hand to allow it to sit a little lower... At least, I thought that this is what davidsen did on the 009's with the Swiss 6497's?
Well, I had to raise a little cash to fund some other projects...
Daytona w/ genuine El Primero 400.
But, fret not! I'll build another 1680 some day. For now, this one takes precedence.
Thanks, Chris! This Daytona will be my grail franken once it's completed! It's been a long time in the making; I'm looking forward to seeing it's completion
BTW- If you or JB come across one of these, please let me know...
Heh, heh... The 'brushed' finish was actually done with one of those drywall sanding sponges I used it to scuff the case up to give it that worn, aged appearance:
I'm looking forward to hearing your thoughts on the WM Kustom you got from Spags. Personally... I LOVE those fat hands!
I have some hands here that came with my case kit. But... Perhaps we should talk.
What color dial do you have? In my possession is my black dial... And also a white dial, though it's seen some better days.
No way I'm keeping them! Future projects, if you will The goal will be to make them a little more reliable in the long run, so that someday I will be able to enjoy them on a more frequent basis...
I have to concur- I myself prefer the smaller 45mm Radiomir case due to having smaller wrists. This one fits me well, but I never seem to wear it...
For what it's worth, the dial on this one was originally meant for a 47mm case. It was trimmed down and fit my 45mm Radiomir case instead (fits pretty good too with good position on the indicies). WM provided the dial and caseback only- The case was from a PAM183 rep, and the Swiss 6497 was sourced from a different watch with the seconds hand trimmed off. So... It may be possible to custom build one (similar to what I did) if you can get a hold of the 2533 dial